Meeting Summary
Meeting minutes from 2/8/2017 meeting regarding Delaware’s approach to population health, the definition of CHWs, core competencies, and training program elements.
Development and Deployment of Community Health Workers in Delaware: Establishing a certification program and reimbursement mechanism
Report includes specific recommendations to Delaware for next steps needed in the development of a CHW certification program. The report elaborates on the history and present status of CHWs in the state of Delaware, creating infrastructure for a CHW certification program, financing, and recommendations of the CHW subcommittee.
Community Health Worker Development Plan
The purpose of this project is to elevate the status of community health workers as an occupation by building on existing infrastructure and already conducted work. This project is not intended to “re-do” what has already been completed; instead this project is intended to further propel Delaware’s progress towards recognition of the Community Health Worker […]
Health Equity Guide for Public Health Practitioners and Partners
The purpose of this guide is to provide a resource to assist the Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) and its partners in moving farther upstream to address the underlying causes of health inequities in Delaware’s communities. By raising awareness of the social determinants of health and sharing strategies and lessons learned, the goal is […]
Community Health Workers in the U.S. and Florida: Reducing Costs, Improving Health Outcomes and Creating a Pathway to Work
Community health workers play a significant role in reducing and/or managing chronic illnesses, reducing healthcare costs and improving the overall health of the population. Evidence gathered over the years makes it clear that support for, and development of, a CHW workforce is a wise investment.
Path to Florida CHW Certification: The Process – Presentation
PowerPoint detailing process of becoming a certified CHW in Florida. Includes development of a curriculum based on a national curriculum review, consensus on core competencies, grandparenting, and implementation.
Fl CHW Certification Grandfathering – Marketing and Dissemination Plan
This plan describes the specific strategies to be used in the marketing and dissemination of the voluntary FL CHW Certification Grandfathering process. As there is no marketing budget from the FL CHW Coalition for these activities, we would look for opportunities to augment reach and impact by coordinating with local partners across Fl to maximize […]
Certified Community Health Worker
Description of certified CHWs in Florida and a list of resources for application to become a certified CHW in Florida. Documents include a candidate guide, the application for certification, CCHW training form, CCHW work-volunteer experience form, CHW supervisory recommendation form, and CCHW character-personal recommendation form.
CHW Certification begins in Florida! What you need to know to be certified in 2015 – Flyer
Announcement that the process for experienced CHWs to apply for CHW certification is in process. Outlines grandparenting, core competencies, training requirements, and a schedule.
Florida CHW Coalition Meeting Notes – August 9, 2012
Meeting minutes for 8/9/2012 with reports on research, practice/curriculum, networking/sustainability, and policy.